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...enjoyed mutually by first time users and serious photographer. This camera is a high-precision, fully automated. With state-of Pentax autofocus SLR pho• tography ! high quality pictures with -or actual damage to-your Pentax camera, We do not assume any responsibility or liability for the... photographer to come. autofocus 35mm SLR camera that makes it easier for difficulties resulting from the use of the camera's functions and operations before use. Read this...
...enjoyed mutually by first time users and serious photographer. This camera is a high-precision, fully automated. With state-of Pentax autofocus SLR pho• tography ! high quality pictures with -or actual damage to-your Pentax camera, We do not assume any responsibility or liability for the... photographer to come. autofocus 35mm SLR camera that makes it easier for difficulties resulting from the use of the camera's functions and operations before use. Read this...
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... K.-mount lens ' ., Lens information contacts K-mount lens Lenses (3) to (2) are also compatible with K -mount adapter. Camera models Z-10/PZ-10 SFXN/SF IN, SF7/SF10 Super A/Super Program, P30N/P3N, P30, LX, K 1000 ESII, SP The K -mounts of Pentax FA lenses have an A setting on the aperture ring. Lenses (1) to (5) are K -mount (bayonet type). They...
... K.-mount lens ' ., Lens information contacts K-mount lens Lenses (3) to (2) are also compatible with K -mount adapter. Camera models Z-10/PZ-10 SFXN/SF IN, SF7/SF10 Super A/Super Program, P30N/P3N, P30, LX, K 1000 ESII, SP The K -mounts of Pentax FA lenses have an A setting on the aperture ring. Lenses (1) to (5) are K -mount (bayonet type). They...
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...; How to use this Guide 4 Image Size Tracking Mode 34 Using Metered Manual Mode 38 PREPARATIONS Using Bulb Mode 41 Fastening camera strap 5 Exposure compensation 42 Installing the battery 6 Viewfinder warnings 43 Main switch 7 Advanced use of the Built-in flash 44 Mounting the... lens 8 Using Pentax dedicated flash units 4E Loading the film 10 Camera functions with various lenses 50 Soft case 13 Hard-to-autofocus subjects 51 Holding the camera & preventing camera shake 14 Manual focusing 52 Focusing in matte area 53 BASIC...
...; How to use this Guide 4 Image Size Tracking Mode 34 Using Metered Manual Mode 38 PREPARATIONS Using Bulb Mode 41 Fastening camera strap 5 Exposure compensation 42 Installing the battery 6 Viewfinder warnings 43 Main switch 7 Advanced use of the Built-in flash 44 Mounting the... lens 8 Using Pentax dedicated flash units 4E Loading the film 10 Camera functions with various lenses 50 Soft case 13 Hard-to-autofocus subjects 51 Holding the camera & preventing camera shake 14 Manual focusing 52 Focusing in matte area 53 BASIC...
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FASTENING CAMERA STRAP 1 SNOIlVelVd3dd 1 PRI 11-N,I:A IONI PENTAX Fasten the strap to the camera body, as shown in the figure. * To prevent the camera from swaying excessively while walking, adjust the strap to a length above your waist.
FASTENING CAMERA STRAP 1 SNOIlVelVd3dd 1 PRI 11-N,I:A IONI PENTAX Fasten the strap to the camera body, as shown in the figure. * To prevent the camera from swaying excessively while walking, adjust the strap to a length above your waist.
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Make sure that the polarities of the arrow [ 10 Note: This camera accepts only one lithium battery, type 2CR5. 2. 2 INSTALLING THE BATTERY 1 Tel q 1. Open the cover of the battery chamber by pulling the cover release lever in the direction of the battery match and then close the battery cover. O
Make sure that the polarities of the arrow [ 10 Note: This camera accepts only one lithium battery, type 2CR5. 2. 2 INSTALLING THE BATTERY 1 Tel q 1. Open the cover of the battery chamber by pulling the cover release lever in the direction of the battery match and then close the battery cover. O
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Remove the body mount cap 0 and rear lens cap 0, as the lens mounts into place. turn the lens to keep dust out of the camera body.For storage, an optional accessory called "Body Mount Cap K" is available. You will hear a clicking sound as shown in the figure. * The body mount ... prevent scratching and to the right. To prevent the zoom lens from functioning unexpectedly while mounting FA zoom lenses. Align the red dots on the camera body and the lens. 4 MOUNTING THE LENS 0 io CM c=-) ccmm 1. Mount the lens onto the body, and turn off the Main switch first...
Remove the body mount cap 0 and rear lens cap 0, as the lens mounts into place. turn the lens to keep dust out of the camera body.For storage, an optional accessory called "Body Mount Cap K" is available. You will hear a clicking sound as shown in the figure. * The body mount ... prevent scratching and to the right. To prevent the zoom lens from functioning unexpectedly while mounting FA zoom lenses. Align the red dots on the camera body and the lens. 4 MOUNTING THE LENS 0 io CM c=-) ccmm 1. Mount the lens onto the body, and turn off the Main switch first...
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Multi(6)-segment metering is a method for obtaining optimal exposure of subjects. In contrast, Multi (6)-segment metering enables the camera to measure and compare light readings in segmented areas of the scene, thereby eliminating underexposure of an image by dividing the image into the overall ...
Multi(6)-segment metering is a method for obtaining optimal exposure of subjects. In contrast, Multi (6)-segment metering enables the camera to measure and compare light readings in segmented areas of the scene, thereby eliminating underexposure of an image by dividing the image into the overall ...
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... (p. 15) ADDITIONAL FUNCTIONS (p. 28) PRECAUTIONS ON BATTERY (p. 56) TAKING CARE OF YOUR CAMERA (p. 60) WARRANTY POLICY (p. 64) •For first-time users of the SLR camera, start with general functions of the camera without getting into the following sections for your camera. 4 These sections require you read the "PRECAUTION ON BATTERY", "TAKING CARE OF...
... (p. 15) ADDITIONAL FUNCTIONS (p. 28) PRECAUTIONS ON BATTERY (p. 56) TAKING CARE OF YOUR CAMERA (p. 60) WARRANTY POLICY (p. 64) •For first-time users of the SLR camera, start with general functions of the camera without getting into the following sections for your camera. 4 These sections require you read the "PRECAUTION ON BATTERY", "TAKING CARE OF...
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... avoid damage to a lens that has been removed from other manufacturers. * To remove the ens, press down on both sides in the direction of the camera body and lens. Notes: The lens mounting flange and AF coupler are located on the mounting side of the arrow. Dirt, dust, or mold may... the lens to the electrical system. Warning: We do not assume any responsibilities or liabilities for difficulties resulting from the use of lenses from the camera body, place the lens with a soft, dry cloth.
... avoid damage to a lens that has been removed from other manufacturers. * To remove the ens, press down on both sides in the direction of the camera body and lens. Notes: The lens mounting flange and AF coupler are located on the mounting side of the arrow. Dirt, dust, or mold may... the lens to the electrical system. Warning: We do not assume any responsibilities or liabilities for difficulties resulting from the use of lenses from the camera body, place the lens with a soft, dry cloth.
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...end in a shade or shield it 000000 00 0 0 0 0 0 24 DX DX -mark - 1. Warning: When loading film for the first time after purchase of the camera, open the back cover, push the back-cover-release lever in the figure, use DX coded films. The film speed is very delicatr, and should... never be touched. I This camera uses IS025 to IS0100. * Always load or unload film in first. As shown in the direction indicated by the arrow. 3. 5 LOADING THE FILM SNOIIVI1Vd3dd...
...end in a shade or shield it 000000 00 0 0 0 0 0 24 DX DX -mark - 1. Warning: When loading film for the first time after purchase of the camera, open the back cover, push the back-cover-release lever in the figure, use DX coded films. The film speed is very delicatr, and should... never be touched. I This camera uses IS025 to IS0100. * Always load or unload film in first. As shown in the direction indicated by the arrow. 3. 5 LOADING THE FILM SNOIIVI1Vd3dd...
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6 Film loaded slack 'N 0 0 Film loaded flat 0 6. The camera automatically advances the film to reduce the slack. Close the back cover and turn on the Main Switch. Warning: If the LCD panel displays [ Er ] and the [ a___ indica• for is excessively bent, flatten it back into the cartridge to the first frame. Open the back cover and re-load the film. * If you have pulled out too much film, push it or cut off the bent portion. If the film leader is blinking, the film has been loaded incorrectly. Make sure that the LCD panel displays the [ I ] and [ indications.
6 Film loaded slack 'N 0 0 Film loaded flat 0 6. The camera automatically advances the film to reduce the slack. Close the back cover and turn on the Main Switch. Warning: If the LCD panel displays [ Er ] and the [ a___ indica• for is excessively bent, flatten it back into the cartridge to the first frame. Open the back cover and re-load the film. * If you have pulled out too much film, push it or cut off the bent portion. If the film leader is blinking, the film has been loaded incorrectly. Make sure that the LCD panel displays the [ I ] and [ indications.
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Secure the cover to the table for lens and front cover combinations. Refer to the camera by tightening the fitting screw with a flat circular object, such as a coin. * The front cover is available as an option, and consists of a front and ... other similar-sized lens Macro 100 mm, zoom 70-210 mm or any other similar-sized lens 13 Open the front cover and place the camera inside the back cover. 2. SOFT CASE 6 1 or O The soft case is available in three sizes : S, M and L.
Secure the cover to the table for lens and front cover combinations. Refer to the camera by tightening the fitting screw with a flat circular object, such as a coin. * The front cover is available as an option, and consists of a front and ... other similar-sized lens Macro 100 mm, zoom 70-210 mm or any other similar-sized lens 13 Open the front cover and place the camera inside the back cover. 2. SOFT CASE 6 1 or O The soft case is available in three sizes : S, M and L.
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... shutter release button. (Pressing down the shutter release button forcefully can cause camera shake.) * For increased balance and support while shooting, place the camera on a flat surface, such as a table. 7 HOLDING THE CAMERA & PREVENTING CAMERA SHAKE To ensure good results, proper camera handling is heavier than the camera and lens for better balance and to prevent...
... shutter release button. (Pressing down the shutter release button forcefully can cause camera shake.) * For increased balance and support while shooting, place the camera on a flat surface, such as a table. 7 HOLDING THE CAMERA & PREVENTING CAMERA SHAKE To ensure good results, proper camera handling is heavier than the camera and lens for better balance and to prevent...
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When the subject comes into focus, a green indicator [ inside the viewfinder lights up, and a beeping tone will be heard. * If the [ 0 indicator blinks, the camera is unable to focus for the following reasons. ( 1 ) The subject is too close. ( 2 The subject is not suitable for autofocus (Refer to shoot and press the shutter release button lightly. 2. p p 1. Aim the AF frame at the subject you wish to p.51). 16 2 USING THE AUTOFOCUS 1 2 it %%3177-, Waft, It tr I N.
When the subject comes into focus, a green indicator [ inside the viewfinder lights up, and a beeping tone will be heard. * If the [ 0 indicator blinks, the camera is unable to focus for the following reasons. ( 1 ) The subject is too close. ( 2 The subject is not suitable for autofocus (Refer to shoot and press the shutter release button lightly. 2. p p 1. Aim the AF frame at the subject you wish to p.51). 16 2 USING THE AUTOFOCUS 1 2 it %%3177-, Waft, It tr I N.
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...not focused. • Focusing is fixed as long as you will automatically switch to maintain focus on . the camera drives the lens continuously to the Predictive Autofocus mode ; SNOIIONnd 3ISV8 4 CD 0 AFG _O 0 3. The...is moving too fast, the shutter may not fire. 17 Predictive Autofocus Mo•.fe •When the camera senses subject movement while pressing the shutter release button lightly, the mode will interfere with the green in-focus...with proper lens movement. * When using the SMC Pentax F Soft 85mm f/2.8 lens, set the aperture to f/2.8 to f/4.5. (see page 51.) 4.
...not focused. • Focusing is fixed as long as you will automatically switch to maintain focus on . the camera drives the lens continuously to the Predictive Autofocus mode ; SNOIIONnd 3ISV8 4 CD 0 AFG _O 0 3. The...is moving too fast, the shutter may not fire. 17 Predictive Autofocus Mo•.fe •When the camera senses subject movement while pressing the shutter release button lightly, the mode will interfere with the green in-focus...with proper lens movement. * When using the SMC Pentax F Soft 85mm f/2.8 lens, set the aperture to f/2.8 to f/4.5. (see page 51.) 4.
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the aperture ring is just a matter of pressing the shutter release button. 1. While pressing the aperture-A lock button, adjust the aperture ring to [ A I. * At the [ A setting. With this convenient funs tion, taking pictures is locked. 2. Be sure that the [ P setting appears on the LCD panel. 18) SNO113Nfli OISV8 3 SETTING PROGRAMMED AE MODE 1 2 °000000 Snow wilIENNI rir-,z_-=2, cip II LI In the Programmed AE mode. the camera selects the shutter speed and aperture automatically.
the aperture ring is just a matter of pressing the shutter release button. 1. While pressing the aperture-A lock button, adjust the aperture ring to [ A I. * At the [ A setting. With this convenient funs tion, taking pictures is locked. 2. Be sure that the [ P setting appears on the LCD panel. 18) SNO113Nfli OISV8 3 SETTING PROGRAMMED AE MODE 1 2 °000000 Snow wilIENNI rir-,z_-=2, cip II LI In the Programmed AE mode. the camera selects the shutter speed and aperture automatically.
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When the [ indicator in the viewfinder and [EU indicator in the LCD panel start blinking, use the built-in flash unit, as explained on Metered Manual mode, refer to p.38. SNOLL3Nnd MVO 0 3. In the Programmed AE mode, the camera reads the brightness of the viewfinder. Press the shutter release button halfway down while looking through the viewfinder and be sure that the [ P setting appears at the top right corner of the subject and selects the aperture and shutter speed automatically for the optimum exposure. * For instructions on pp.20 and 21. 19
When the [ indicator in the viewfinder and [EU indicator in the LCD panel start blinking, use the built-in flash unit, as explained on Metered Manual mode, refer to p.38. SNOLL3Nnd MVO 0 3. In the Programmed AE mode, the camera reads the brightness of the viewfinder. Press the shutter release button halfway down while looking through the viewfinder and be sure that the [ P setting appears at the top right corner of the subject and selects the aperture and shutter speed automatically for the optimum exposure. * For instructions on pp.20 and 21. 19
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... way down to p 45 In the Programmed AE mode, the built-in the viewfinder when you press the shutter release button halfway down. 2. Press the [ camera body.
... way down to p 45 In the Programmed AE mode, the built-in the viewfinder when you press the shutter release button halfway down. 2. Press the [ camera body.
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... in the subject's eyes to position the flash as far away from the camera as possible. -"L ib is that the flash reflects off the camera, it may help to turn out reddish. effect, this phenomenon is ♦~'i,. when using a Pentax-dedicated flash off the retinas of SNO113Nfld 31SV9 22 When using a zoom lens...
... in the subject's eyes to position the flash as far away from the camera as possible. -"L ib is that the flash reflects off the camera, it may help to turn out reddish. effect, this phenomenon is ♦~'i,. when using a Pentax-dedicated flash off the retinas of SNO113Nfld 31SV9 22 When using a zoom lens...
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... when a FA zoom lens is set at [ P for the telephoto (TELE) mode. Using FA Zoom Lenses (Power Zoom) 2 SNOLL3Nni OISVI 1 vorrixx 1:0-80 Mimi, Ulu, • E 1. Pentax FA lenses are provided with an auto zoom switch. Set this switch at the minimum lens length position. 24 Push the power zoom ring until...
... when a FA zoom lens is set at [ P for the telephoto (TELE) mode. Using FA Zoom Lenses (Power Zoom) 2 SNOLL3Nni OISVI 1 vorrixx 1:0-80 Mimi, Ulu, • E 1. Pentax FA lenses are provided with an auto zoom switch. Set this switch at the minimum lens length position. 24 Push the power zoom ring until...